About

Provided by BMA – Barbosa, Müssnich, Aragão

Support in Corporate Transactions


BMA analyzes tax aspects and develops tax structures in mergers and acquisitions, sales of equity interests, corporate restructurings, capital investments and transactions on the debt and equity markets, and, if necessary, assesses the tax liabilities involved in the transactions. 

Advisory

BMA advises national and international clients on the interpretation and application of the law governing federal, state and municipal taxes, including social security and international taxation matters, such as income from controlled foreign corporations, transfer pricing, treaties to avoid double taxation and international financings, maintaining a practical focus on minimizing our clients' exposure to potential tax liabilities.  

BMA has extensive experience in implementing new technological innovation and infrastructure projects in the energy, telecommunications, and oil and gas sectors, advising clients on how to make the most of the tax incentives and exemptions available.  

Litigation

BMA's tax litigators have a reputation for creative and effective defense of our clients' interests in tax assessments (federal, state, and municipal), administrative proceedings for reimbursement of overpaid taxes, and court actions to contest the legality or constitutionality of taxes. The litigation team also provides strategic advice to clients on tax installment programs.

Chambers Review

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Tax Litigation: The Elite - Brazil

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

BMA - Barbosa, Müssnich, Aragão is a full-service all-star firm with a solid track record of representing players from the technology, banking and energy sectors in contentious tax mandates in the municipal, state and federal spheres. The team is frequently retained by clients to act in unconstitutionality claims and defence against tax assessments aiming at the collection of an array of taxes, including corporate income tax and social security contributions, before both administrative and judicial courts.

Work Highlights

Provided by BMA – Barbosa, Müssnich, Aragão

  • BMA represented Klabins Irmãos SA in its defence against a tax assessment notice issued by the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service discussing the right of the percentage of presumed profit levies on JCP revenues for the purpose of IRPJ and CSLL taxation.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mauricio Faro
4
Mauricio Faro
4
Band 4
Mauricio Faro is recognised by peers and clients alike for his tax litigation capabilities. He is active representing clients from the energy, technology and pharmaceutical sectors in both administrative and judicial disputes regarding federal and state taxes.

Mauricio Faro is an excellent lawyer.

Mauricio Faro is a strong lawyer in dispute matters. He is always good in coming up and organising the strategy for the cases.

Lígia Regini da Silveira
5
Lígia Regini da Silveira
5
Band 5

Lígia Regini da Silveira is a practitioner possessing experience in dealing with tax disputes in both the judicial and administrative spheres.

I really like Lígia's work. She provides capable support and fast answers.

Lígia Regini is a highly qualified professional, technical, transparent and proactive, as well as responsible for the strong partnership built over the years with us.

Luiza Lacerda
6
Luiza Lacerda
6
Band 6

Luiza Ferreira Sampaio de Lacerda represents clients in judicial and administrative proceedings relating to direct and indirect taxation.

Luiza Lacerda is excellent in technical knowledge and always available.

Luiza is a good and intelligent professional, capable of swiftly providing support. She always helps us out and sets us in the right direction.

Vivian Casanova
6
Vivian Casanova
6
Band 6

Vivian Casanova is a partner of the firm who is often seen advising clients on administrative tax litigation mandates.

Vivian Casanova has great skills in the management of administrative litigation in the tax sphere, instilling security in the face of relevant and complex matters.

Vivian's greatest strengths are that she is experienced and trustworthy.

Ranked Lawyers at
BMA – Barbosa, Müssnich, Aragão

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Brazil

Tax: Litigation

Mauricio Faro
4
Mauricio Faro
4
Band 4
Lígia Regini da Silveira
5
Lígia Regini da Silveira
5
Band 5
Luiza Lacerda
6
Luiza Lacerda
6
Band 6
Vivian Casanova
6
Vivian Casanova
6
Band 6

Members

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